Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Texas
Mechanics lean
Can someone get a mechanics lean without having a shop? Signing only a bill of sale enough to obtain a title or do you have to also sign a title transfere?
Asked on 10/11/01, 5:31 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Peter Bradie
Bradie, Bradie & Bradie
Re: Mechanics lean
I assume you are talking about a motor vehicle. That lien is called a garageman's lien, and you have to retain possession of the vehicle until you're paid.
If you're dealing with a motor vehicle, you need the title. Just a bill of sale won't do.
Answered on 11/26/01, 12:18 pm
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